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What Are The Side Effects Of Linzess?

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Posted on Fri, 15 Jul 2016
Question: While trying to set my digestive tract for a 2 week trial of Linzess I realize that I am going to be required hold my gastric waste, After a total clean out , how much waste can I handle till next cleanout. The setup is for Linzess I hope this doesn't seem petty, but it worries me.
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Answered by Dr. Prasanna Heijebu (13 hours later)
Brief Answer:
Maximum tolerable diarrhoeal episodes are 3 / day for your age

Detailed Answer:
Hello, Sir.

I can certainly understand your concern.

Reported incidences of Diarrhoea after LINZESS use is 2% after a 2 week trial.

The maximum tolerable waste which you can handle with minimum distress is 2-3 loose stools a day.

In case if the frequency of loose stool is beyond 4/day, it's advisable to stop LINZESS.

Post your further queries if any.
Thank you.
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What Are The Side Effects Of Linzess?

Brief Answer: Maximum tolerable diarrhoeal episodes are 3 / day for your age Detailed Answer: Hello, Sir. I can certainly understand your concern. Reported incidences of Diarrhoea after LINZESS use is 2% after a 2 week trial. The maximum tolerable waste which you can handle with minimum distress is 2-3 loose stools a day. In case if the frequency of loose stool is beyond 4/day, it's advisable to stop LINZESS. Post your further queries if any. Thank you.